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Hambergite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.37
3.28-3.44
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}, good on {100}
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5
5.0-6.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Hambergite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hambergite and Riebeckite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Hambergite and Riebeckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Hambergite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hambergite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hambergite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hambergite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.